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Caterpillar
986 Wheel Loader
Engine Power – ISO 14396:2002
449 hp
335 kW
Operating Weight – Standard
97785 lb
44355 kg
Bucket Capacity Range
5.0-10.3 m³ (6.5-13.5 yd³)
5.0-10.3 m³ (6.5-13.5 yd³)
Overview
Cat® Large Wheel Loaders are designed with durability built in, ensuring maximum availability through multiple life cycles. With optimized performance and simplified serviceability, our machines allow you to move more material efficiently and safely at a lower cost per ton. The 986 builds upon this legacy of durability, performance, safety, operator comfort, serviceability and sustainability.
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Specifications
Engine
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine Power – ISO 14396:2002 | 449 hp 335 kW |
| Engine Model | Cat® C15 Cat® C15 |
| Peak Power Speed | 1600 1600 |
| Gross Power – SAE J1995:2014 | 456 hp 340 kW |
| Net Power – SAE J1349:2011 | 373 hp 278 kW |
| Rated Speed | 2000 2000 |
| Rated Speed – 2,000 rpm – EEC 80/1269 | 373 hp 278 kW |
| Rated Speed – 2,000 rpm – ISO 9249 | 373 hp 278 kW |
| Bore | 5.4 in 137 mm |
| Stroke | 6.75 in 171.5 mm |
| Displacement | 927 in² 15.2 l |
| Peak Torque (1,200 rpm) – SAE J1995:2014 | 1778 lb/ft 2411 N·m |
| Torque Rise | 16% 16% |
| Note (1) | Two engine emission options are available: 1. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. 2. Meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA. Two engine emission options are available: 1. Meets U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final, EU Stage V, and Japan 2014 emission standards. 2. Meets Brazil MAR-1 emission standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 3 and EU Stage IIIA. |
| Note (2) | Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator. Net power advertised is the power available at the flywheel when the engine is equipped with fan at minimum speed, air intake system, exhaust system, and alternator. |
Operating Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Weight – Standard | 97785 lb 44355 kg |
| Bucket Capacity Range | 5.0-10.3 m³ (6.5-13.5 yd³) 5.0-10.3 m³ (6.5-13.5 yd³) |
| Operating Weight – High Lift | 104005 lb 47175 kg |
| Rated Payload – Standard (Quarry Face) | 11 ton (US) 10 t |
| Rated Payload – Loose Material (Standard) | 14 ton (US) 12.7 t |
| Rated Payload – High Lift (Quarry Face) | 11 ton (US) 10 t |
| Rated Payload – Loose Material (High Lift) | 12.1 ton (US) 11 t |
| Cat Truck Match – Standard | 770/735/740/745 770/735/740/745 |
| Cat Truck Match – High Lift | 772/773 772/773 |
Transmission
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Transmission Type | Cat planetary power shift Cat planetary power shift |
| Forward – 1 | 5 mile/h 7.3 km/h |
| Forward – 2 | 8 mile/h 12.2 km/h |
| Direct Drive – Forward 2 | 8 mile/h 12.7 km/h |
| Direct Drive – Forward 3 | 14 mile/h 22 km/h |
| Direct Drive – Forward 4 | 24 mile/h 39 km/h |
| Reverse – 1 | 5 mile/h 7.6 km/h |
| Reverse – 2 | 8 mile/h 13.6 km/h |
| Direct Drive – Reverse 2 | 9 mile/h 14.1 km/h |
| Direct Drive – Reverse 3 | 16 mile/h 25 km/h |
| Direct Drive – Reverse 4 | 25.4 mile/h 40.8 km/h |
Hydraulic System - Lift/Tilt
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Lift/Tilt System – Circuit | Load Sense Load Sense |
| Lift/Tilt System – Pump | 2 × 110 cc variable displacement 2 × 110 cc variable displacement |
| Maximum Flow at 2,165 rpm | 123 gpm 470 L/min |
| Relief Valve Setting – Lift/Tilt | 4050 psi 27900 kPa |
| Lift Cylinder – Bore | 7.5 in 190 mm |
| Lift Cylinder – Stroke | 45 in 1138 mm |
| Tilt Cylinder – Bore | 6.7 in 170 mm |
| Tilt Cylinder – Stroke | 28.4 in 722 mm |
Hydraulic Cycle Times
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Rack Back | 4.5 s 4.5 s |
| Raise | 9 s 9 s |
| Dump | 3.5 s 3.5 s |
| Lower | 5.2 s 5.2 s |
| Lower Float Down | 4.3 s 4.3 s |
| Total Hydraulic Cycle Time | 21.3 s 21.3 s |
Hydraulic System - Steering
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Steering System – Circuit | Load Sense Load Sense |
| Steering System – Pump | Piston, variable displacement Piston, variable displacement |
| Maximum Flow at 1,400 rpm | 52 gpm 200 L/min |
| Steering Cut Off Pressure | 4000 psi 27600 kPa |
| Total Steering Angle | 70° 70° |
Air Conditioning System
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.8 kg (3.9 lb) of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes (2.837 tons). The air conditioning system on this machine contains the fluorinated greenhouse gas refrigerant R134a or R1234yf. See the label or instruction manual for identification of the gas. - If equipped with R134a (Global Warming Potential = 1430), the system contains 1.8 kg (3.9 lb) of refrigerant, which has a CO2 equivalent of 2.574 metric tonnes (2.837 tons). |
Axles
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Front | Fixed Fixed |
| Rear | Trunnion Trunnion |
| Oscillation Angle | ±12.5° ±12.5° |
| Oscillation Angle – Chain Arrangement | ±8.5° ±8.5° |
Brakes
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Brakes | ISO 3450:2011 ISO 3450:2011 |
Operator's Cab
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| ROPS/FOPS | ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 (ROPS) and ISO 3449:2005 Level II (FOPS) ROPS/FOPS meet ISO 3471:2008 (ROPS) and ISO 3449:2005 Level II (FOPS) |
Service Refill Capacities
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Fuel Tank | 141 gal (US) 535 l |
| Fuel Tank – Short Lift | 127 gal (US) 481 l |
| Cooling Systems | 26 gal (US) 100 l |
| Crankcase | 9 gal (US) 34 l |
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid Tank | 6 gal (US) 23 l |
| Transmission | 20 gal (US) 75 l |
| Axle Oil – Differentials and Final Drives – Front | 49 gal (US) 186 l |
| Axle Oil – Differentials and Final Drives – Rear | 45 gal (US) 170 l |
| Hydraulic System Factory Fill | 87 gal (US) 330 l |
| Hydraulic System – Tank Only | 34 gal (US) 130 l |
Sound Performance - Tier 4 Final / Stage V
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 73 dB(A) 73 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) | 113 dB(A) 113 dB(A) |
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* | 72 dB(A) 72 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)** | 110 dB(A) 110 dB(A) |
| Note (1) | * For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.” * For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.” |
| Note (2) | ** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701. ** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701. |
| Note (3) | The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. |
| Note (4) | The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. |
| Note (5) | Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment. Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment. |
Sound Performance - Tier 3 / Stage IIIA
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008) | 74 dB(A) 74 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008) | 113 dB(A) 113 dB(A) |
| Operator Sound Pressure Level (ISO 6396:2008)* | 73 dB(A) 73 dB(A) |
| Machine Sound Power Level (ISO 6395:2008)** | 110 dB(A) 110 dB(A) |
| Note (1) | * For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.” * For machines in European Union countries and in countries that adopt the “EU Directives” and “UK Directives.” |
| Note (2) | ** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701. ** European Union Directive “2000/14/EC” as amended by “2005/88/EC” and UK Noise Regulation 2001 No. 1701. |
| Note (3) | The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The machine sound power level was measured according to ISO 6395:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. |
| Note (4) | The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. The operator sound pressure level was measured according to ISO 6396:2008. The measurement was conducted at 70% of the maximum engine cooling fan speed. |
| Note (5) | Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment. Hearing protection may be needed when the machine is operated with a cab that is not properly maintained or when the doors or windows are open for extended periods or in a noisy environment. |
Dimensions (Approximate) - Standard Lift Linkage
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Ground to Top of ROPS | 13.5 ft 4100 mm |
| Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks | 13.3 ft 4060 mm |
| Ground to Top of Hood | 10.7 ft 3270 mm |
| Ground to Center of Front Axle | 3.2 ft 978 mm |
| Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance | 2.3 ft 691 mm |
| Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance | 1.5 ft 459 mm |
| Reach – Maximum Lift | 7.1 ft 2175 mm |
| Clearance at Maximum Lift | 10.1 ft 3079 mm |
| B-Pin Height – Maximum Lift | 16.1 ft 4912 mm |
| Maximum Overall Height – Bucket Raised | 22.4 ft 6817 mm |
| Rear Axle – Centerline to Bumper | 10.3 ft 3132 mm |
| Wheel Base | 12.5 ft 3810 mm |
| Maximum Overall Length | 36.6 ft 11143 mm |
| Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip | 13.8 ft 4201 mm |
| Note |
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Dimensions (Approximate) - High Lift Linkage
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Ground to Top of ROPS | 13.5 ft 4100 mm |
| Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks | 13.3 ft 4060 mm |
| Ground to Top of Hood | 10.7 ft 3270 mm |
| Ground to Center of Front Axle | 3.2 ft 978 mm |
| Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance | 2.3 ft 691 mm |
| Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance | 1.5 ft 459 mm |
| Reach – Maximum Lift | 7.4 ft 2248 mm |
| Clearance at Maximum Lift | 11.6 ft 3538 mm |
| B-Pin Height – Maximum Lift | 17.6 ft 5371 mm |
| Maximum Overall Height – Bucket Raised | 23.9 ft 7276 mm |
| Rear Axle – Centerline to Bumper | 10.3 ft 3132 mm |
| Wheel Base | 12.5 ft 3810 mm |
| Maximum Overall Length | 38 ft 11591 mm |
| Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip | 15.3 ft 4649 mm |
| Note |
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Dimensions (Approximate) - Quick Coupler and 6.1 m³ (8.0 yd³) Bucket
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Ground to Top of ROPS | 13.5 ft 4100 mm |
| Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks | 13.3 ft 4060 mm |
| Ground to Top of Hood | 10.7 ft 3270 mm |
| Ground to Center of Rear Axle | 3.2 ft 978 mm |
| Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance | 2.3 ft 691 mm |
| Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance | 1.5 ft 459 mm |
| Reach at Maximum Lift | 8 ft 2437 mm |
| Clearance at Maximum Lift | 10.7 ft 3259 mm |
| B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 15 ft 4566 mm |
| Maximum Overall Height, Bucket Raised | 20.9 ft 6359 mm |
| Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper | 10.3 ft 3132 mm |
| Wheel Base | 12.5 ft 3810 mm |
| Maximum Overall Length | 35 ft 10671 mm |
| Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip | 12.2 ft 3729 mm |
Dimensions (Approximate) - Quick Coupler and Fork
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Ground to Top of ROPS | 13.5 ft 4100 mm |
| Ground to Top of Exhaust Stacks | 13.3 ft 4060 mm |
| Ground to Top of Hood | 10.7 ft 3270 mm |
| Ground to Center of Rear Axle | 3.2 ft 978 mm |
| Ground to Fuel Tank Clearance | 2.3 ft 691 mm |
| Ground to Lower Hitch Clearance | 1.5 ft 459 mm |
| B-Pin Height at Maximum Lift | 15 ft 4566 mm |
| Rear Axle Center Line to Bumper | 10.3 ft 3132 mm |
| Wheel Base | 12.5 ft 3810 mm |
| Maximum Overall Length | 35.4 ft 10776 mm |
| Front Axle Centerline to Bucket Tip | 12.6 ft 3834 mm |
Standard Equipment
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
ELECTRICAL
- Alarm, back-up
- Alternator, single 145 amp
- Batteries, maintenance-free
- Converter, 10/15 amp, 24V to 12V
- Lighting system (LED, work lights, access and service platform lighting)
- Starting and charging system, 24V
- Auxiliary jump start receptacle
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Graphical Information Display, displays real time operating information, performs calibrations and customizes operator settings
- Air conditioner
- Cat Vision, rear vision camera system
- Cat Production Measurement ready
- Cab precleaner
- Cab, sound suppressed and pressurized, integrated rollover protective structure (ROPS/FOPS) radio ready for entertainment, includes antenna, speakers and converter (12-volt 5-amp) and power port
- Controls, lift and tilt function
- Heater, defroster
- Horn, electric
- Instrumentation, gauges:
– Coolant temperature
– Fuel level
– DEF level
– Hydraulic oil temperature
– Powertrain oil temperature - Light, cab, dome
- Lunchbox, beverage holders
- Mirrors, rearview (externally mounted)
- Seat, Cat Comfort (cloth), air suspension, six-way adjustable
- Seat belt minder
- Seat belt, retractable, 76 mm (3 in) wide
- Steering and Transmission Integrated Control (STIC™) System
- UV glass
- Transmission gear indicator
- Wet-Arm wipers/washers (front and rear):
– Intermittent front and rear wipers - Lights, directional
POWERTRAIN
- Brakes, oil-cooled, multi-disc, service/secondary
- Case drain screens
- Crankcase guard
- Electro hydraulic parking brake
- Engine, C15 MEUI diesel, turbocharged/aftercooled
- Ground level engine shutdown switch
- Turbine precleaner, engine air intake
- Starting aid, ether, automatic
- Torque converter, Neutralizer
- Transmission, planetary powershift, 4F/3R electronic control
- Manual switch and automatic fuel priming
OTHER
- Automatic bucket lift kickout/positioner
- Hydraulically driven demand fan
- Couplings, Cat O-ring face seals
- Doors, service access (locking)
- Ecology drains for engine, radiator, hydraulic tank
- Fuel tank, 535 L (141 gal)
- Hitch, drawbar with pin
- Hoses, Cat XT™
- Hydraulic, steering and brake filtration/screening system
- Cat® Clean Emission Module
- Oil sampling valves
- Premixed 50% concentration of extended life coolant with freeze protection to –34° C (–29° F)
- Rear access to cab and service platform
- Steering, load sensing
- Toe kicks
- Vandalism protection caplocks
Optional Equipment
NOTE
- Standard and optional equipment may vary. Consult your Cat dealer for details.
POWERTRAIN
- –50° C (–58° F) antifreeze
- Engine oil change system, high speed, Wiggins
- Engine block heater 120V or 240V
- High ambient cooling – software
MISCELLANEOUS ATTACHMENTS
- Front and rear roading fenders
- Fast fill fuel system (Shaw-Aero)
- Cold Weather Starting (extra two batteries)
OTHER OPTIONAL CONFIGURATIONS
- Aggregate Handler
- Block Handler
OPERATOR ENVIRONMENT
- Cat® Detect, object detection system
- Cat Production Measurement
- AM/FM/CD/MP3 radio
- Satellite Sirius radio with Bluetooth
- LED warning strobe
- CB radio ready
- Window pull down visor
- Handrail mounted mirrors